Wednesday, 13 May 2015

Censor these dreadful arguments

A belief that a misplaced word or awkward phrase reveals your
opponent’s hidden meanings and unquestioned assumptions. The wised-up
need only decode the slips, and the mask will be ripped off and everyone
will see the oppressor’s true face.

Yes, this is a terrible form of argumentation which needs to die. It is a lazy substitute for actually engaging with one's opponent's views.